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detonation Synonyms

Another word for detonation

Choosing another word for detonation depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The action of causing a substance or device to explode, or the resulting loud, rapid explosion itself.

Usage Example

"The mining crew scheduled the controlled explosion to clear the rockslide from the mountain pass."

Strongest
explosion
blast
Strong
burst
blowup
discharge
Weak
eruption
report

• noun (Context 2)

Abnormal, premature, or uneven combustion of the fuel-air mixture in the cylinder of an internal combustion engine, producing a sharp metallic knocking sound.

Usage Example

"Using higher-octane fuel helped eliminate the engine knocking that occurred when driving up steep hills."

Strongest
knocking
Strong
pinging
pre-ignition

Opposites of detonation

The opposite of detonation shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

implosion
See all opposites of detonation

• Nearby Words

dethronement
detian falls
detonate
detonation
detonator
detour
detox

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Detonation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/detonation
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